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Six Ww1 Silk Postcards,c1915
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Six Ww1 Silk Postcards,c1915

1900 - 1920
Sold 3 March 2025 · Curious Antiques
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Lovely collection of 6 silk postcards from the First World War,c1915. They are beautifully made in silk and depict various scenes/messages. One shows Arras 1915,another the American and French flags, one is dated 1918, others simply refer to my sweetheart, mother, sister etc. Some are blank and others have writing on ranging from a full letter to a simple message such as 'from Jack'. They are in good condition, held in plastic sleeves to protect them and all are incredibly emotive. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me if you have any questions or would like to view the item.

Price includes FREE UK delivery. Please contact me regarding international shipping.

Size: representative size 13cm wide x 9 cm tall x 0.1 cm deep

Date of Manufacture

Curious Antiques has dated this Vintage Embroidered Silk Postcard to the 1910s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
0.1cm (0.04")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA993803
Dealers Notes

Curious Antiques specialises in sourcing fine, rare and unusual antiques and curiosities. We are passionate about customer satisfaction and will do all we can to ensure you are happy and in the unlikely event you are not offer a no questions asked returns policy. We accept payment via paypal, bank transfer, cheque and cash.

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Lovely collection of 6 silk postcards from the First World War,c1915. They are beautifully made in silk and depict various scenes/messages.
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One shows Arras 1915,another the American and French flags, one is dated 1918, others simply refer to my sweetheart, mother, sister etc.
Curious Antiques

Some are blank and others have writing on ranging from a full letter to a simple message such as 'from Jack'. They are in good condition, held in plastic sleeves to protect them and all are incredibly emotive. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me if you have any questions or would like to view the item.

Price includes FREE UK delivery. Please contact me regarding international shipping.

Size: representative size 13cm wide x 9 cm tall x 0.1 cm deep

Date of Manufacture

Curious Antiques has dated this Vintage Embroidered Silk Postcard to the 1910s.

Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
0.1cm (0.04")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA993803
Curious Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2015
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Curious Antiques Profile Page

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A collection of six rectangular World War One silk postcards featuring colourful embroidered floral motifs, patriotic flags, and architectural scenes mounted on embossed white cardstock. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A collection of six rectangular World War One silk postcards featuring colourful embroidered floral motifs, patriotic flags, and architectural scenes mounted on embossed white cardstock. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Six Ww1 Silk Postcards,c1915

Archive II A collection of six rectangular World War One silk postcards featuring colourful embroidered floral motifs, patriotic flags, and architectural scenes mounted on embossed white cardstock. View II
Archive III A collection of six rectangular World War One silk postcards featuring colourful embroidered floral motifs, patriotic flags, and architectural scenes mounted on embossed white cardstock. View III
Archive IV A collection of six rectangular World War One silk postcards featuring colourful embroidered floral motifs, patriotic flags, and architectural scenes mounted on embossed white cardstock. View IV
Archive V A collection of six rectangular World War One silk postcards featuring colourful embroidered floral motifs, patriotic flags, and architectural scenes mounted on embossed white cardstock. View V
Archive VI A collection of six rectangular World War One silk postcards featuring colourful embroidered floral motifs, patriotic flags, and architectural scenes mounted on embossed white cardstock. View VI
Archive VII A collection of six rectangular World War One silk postcards featuring colourful embroidered floral motifs, patriotic flags, and architectural scenes mounted on embossed white cardstock. View VII
Archive VIII A collection of six rectangular World War One silk postcards featuring colourful embroidered floral motifs, patriotic flags, and architectural scenes mounted on embossed white cardstock. View VIII
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Curious Antiques
Telephone 07795 237 189
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Curious Antiques
Timeline Antiques Centre
Midland Road
North Walsham
Norfolk
NR28 9JR
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/curious
Verified Since Jun 2015
Items For Sale 139
Items Sold 374
Curious Antiques
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Location: Curious Antiques, Timeline Antiques Centre, Midland Road, North Walsham, Norfolk, NR28 9JR, United Kingdom
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A collection of six rectangular World War One silk postcards featuring colourful embroidered floral motifs, patriotic flags, and architectural scenes mounted on embossed white cardstock.
Six WW1 Silk Postcards,c1915
Ref: SA993803
A collection of six rectangular World War One silk postcards featuring colourful embroidered floral motifs, patriotic flags, and architectural scenes mounted on embossed white cardstock.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectPaper Ephemera
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • Material[Silk, Paper, Cardboard]
  • ColourMulticoloured
  • MotifsFloral embroidery, Patriotic flags, Embossed paper border, Text inscriptions
  • SizeH 9 cm (4 in) x W 13 cm (5 in) x D 0.1 cm (0 in)

FAQs

World War One silk postcards are embroidered greeting and souvenir cards produced primarily between 1914 and 1918. They were handcrafted on strips of silk mesh by French and Belgian women, often refugees or women working in home industries, and then sold to Allied soldiers stationed on the Western Front to send home to their families.

These items were produced using fine silk thread for the embroidered central panel, stitched on a loom-prepared mesh backing. The embroidered panel was then mounted into an embossed cardstock window mount, sometimes featuring decorative paper lace borders and layered folders.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-stitched variations in the silk embroidery threads, period-accurate paper stock with letterpress or embossed edges, and natural ageing such as light oxidisation or toning on the paper mounts. The reverse often bears period handwriting, ink stamps, or postal cancellations from the First World War era.

These delicate textiles are best displayed using conservation-grade framing with UV-protective glass to prevent fading from sunlight. They can be mounted in floating frames or shallow shadow boxes to highlight their intricate stitching and paper relief details while protecting them from dust and moisture.

Preservation requires keeping the items away from direct sunlight, high humidity, and extreme temperature fluctuations. They should be handled minimally using clean cotton gloves and stored or framed using acid-free, archival-quality materials to prevent degradation of the silk and paper.
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